1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 D 2.5 review from Australia and New Zealand
"Substance exemplified: a bare bones diesel rocket, inspires total confidence"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced old shock absorbers and various worn suspension bushes and rubbers etc. when purchased.
Fitted new water pump when purchased.
There is a minor leak in the automatic transmission, from a sensor plug, which unfortunately cannot be rectified without removing and dissembling the transmission to access the plug housing.
There is a sensor on the fan belt that disables the air conditioning when maximum power is required, and if belt slip is detected. The sensor malfunctioned, and required rectification.
General comments?
This car is marvellous; at its best on the highway.
A beautiful drive. After 22 years and 275,000 kilometres, and a few dings and scrapes, there is not a single rattle.
It might be old technology to go without a turbo, but the 2.5 makes an excellent argument: at around 7 litres/100kms, clockwork reliability, and plenty of torque.
Not much glamour; all substance.
I strongly recommend picking one up!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1985 |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 diesel Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 255000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 274850 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz W114 |
| Date of Entry | 16th May, 2007 |